
Formation Training
Learn the art of formation flying
Overview
Formation Training
We run a series of formation flying training courses catering for most needs and skill levels on an individual or group basis. Our courses are perfect for those looking to learn the art of formation flying in a disciplined and safe manner. The course is a great experience and immense fun!
Variants & Packages
Choose your path
Taster Package
Introduction to formation flying. Bring a friend or we find another like-minded pilot. Pre-flight formation brief and one hour formation lesson in two Grob 115 aircraft.
- Pre-flight formation brief
- 1 hour formation lesson in 2 × Grob 115
- Bring a friend or we find a partner
- £250 per pilot
Basic Course — Grob 115
Four one-hour sorties in two Grob 115 aircraft with ground school and introduction to tail chase. One or two sorties per day.
- Ground school — £60
- 4 × 1 hour sorties — £880
- 4 × landing fees — £60
- Intro to tail chase in 2 × Grob 115
- £1,000 per pilot
Basic Course — Extra 200
Four one-hour sorties in two Extra 200 aircraft (Extra 300 for a surcharge) with ground school and introduction to tail chase.
- Ground school — £60
- 4 × 1 hour sorties — £1,440
- 4 × landing fees — £60
- Intro to tail chase in 2 × Extra 200
- £1,560 per pilot
Intermediate Course
Intermediate tail chases in two Extra 200 aircraft. Four one-hour sorties with ground school. Extra 300 available for a surcharge.
- Ground school — £60
- 4 × 1 hour sorties — £1,440
- 4 × landing fees — £60
- Intermediate tail chases
- £1,560 per pilot
Advanced Course
Advanced tail chase and introduction to formation aerobatics in two Extra 200 aircraft. Four one-hour sorties with ground school.
- Ground school — £60
- 4 × 1 hour sorties — £1,440
- 4 × landing fees — £60
- Advanced tail chase and intro to formation aerobatics
- £1,560 per pilot
Course Details
Structure and Certifications.
Prerequisites
- PPL(A) or higher
- Formation partner required — bring a friend or contact us to find a like-minded pilot
- Aerobatic experience recommended for Intermediate and Advanced packages
- Valid medical certificate
Revalidation & renewal
Formation skills are maintained through regular practice. Contact us to discuss follow-on training, display preparation or bespoke group programmes.
Costs
Course Pricing.
Taster Package
£250
Price per pilot.
Basic Course — Grob 115
£1,000
Price per pilot.
Basic Course — Extra 200
£1,560
Price per pilot.
Intermediate Course
£1,560
Price per pilot.
Advanced Course
£1,560
Price per pilot.
Price includes
- Ground school (full course packages)
- Dual formation instruction
- Pre- and post-flight briefings
- Landing fees (full course packages)
Price excludes
- Extra 300 surcharge (where applicable)
Contact us to select your package, arrange a formation partner and discuss dates. A deposit secures your booking.
Aircraft
Meet the Training Fleet.
Frequenty Asked Questions
Your questions answered.
Which packages are available?
Five packages: Taster, Basic Grob 115, Basic Extra 200, Intermediate and Advanced.
Do I need a formation partner?
Yes. Bring a friend or contact us — we can help find another like-minded pilot for your course.
Which aircraft are used?
Taster and Basic Grob packages use Grob 115B. Extra packages use Extra 200 (Extra 300 available for a surcharge).
What is Scenario A?
Scenario A is our example two-student formation session: one hour ground school, two 40-minute formation sorties in Extra aircraft with lead swaps at the halfway point, plus pre-flight briefs and debriefs after each sortie.
How many sorties are in a full course?
Full courses (Basic, Intermediate and Advanced) include four one-hour sorties, ground school and landing fees. You can typically fly one or two sorties per day.
What experience do I need?
PPL(A) minimum for all packages. Aerobatic experience is recommended for Intermediate and Advanced courses. The Taster is ideal for pilots new to formation.
How do I book?
Contact us to select your package, confirm your formation partner and arrange dates — email bookings@britishaerobaticacademy.com or call +44 (0)1763 208 281.






